General Government Services and Funding

Mayor Pierce and his administration have put together an informative presentation of what has been done and what is left to do in anticipation of the state budget cuts. How will the cuts impact general government, the funding to education and how can we implement proactive deferments to offset the reductions?

Since 2017 we have reduced personnel, combined departments and identified additional efficiencies aimed at reducing spending. Much credit is given to the borough union leaders and membership for their support to keep the collective bargaining agreement at status quo as well as their suggestions help to help us navigate through these times of fiscal uncertainty. This is a difficult topic to discuss because the funding provided from property taxes collected in the general fund to the school district limits the general government services that is provided to all residents.  (Click HERE to view the presentation.)

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Contact the Mayor's office at 907-714-2150 for more information.